Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Katherine Heigl + PRADA Straw Tote


Katherine Heigl steps out with her momager, Nancy, on Sunday (March 20) in Miami, Florida.

Bag: PRADA Straw Tote

Price: $880.00

Where to Buy: Saks Fifth Avenue,

Bagopedia's Rating: 3 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: $880.00 for a straw bag? First, Bagopedia is happy that spring has come. It is time for purchasing a straw bag. How do you choose a straw bag? How come the price ranges of straw bags are greater than other bags such as leather?

The price tags on straw bags are very different depending on the finish of the bags. For example, this PRADA bag has a canvas lining, protective metal feet, some inside pockets, removable shoulder strap, then it comes with a PRADA label. It is expensive, but straw bags don't go out of style. You can attach a flower brooch or a silk scarf next year to make it a brand new bag.

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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Amanda Seyfried + Alexander Wang Kristen Tote



Never one to sit still, Amanda Seyfried was spotted multi-tasking earlier today (March 18) in West Hollywood, CA.

Bag: Alexander Wang Kristen Tote

Price: $825.00

Where to Buy: Barney's New York, Net-A-Porter,

Who carries it: Bagopedia,

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: This is the very bag Bagopedia carries lately. Bagopedia had to have it when I first saw it. Bagopedia is happy to see Amanda carrying it so I'd get a chance to blog about it. It is edge, creative, and inspiring. That is what Alexander Wang does. He designs things look complicated yet simple at the same time. Bagopedia loves the way this bag uses straps as fringes. This bag simply makes Bagopedia happy.

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Monday, March 21, 2011

Sienna Miller, Uma Thurman + PRADA Madras

Sienna Miller leaves the Theatre Royal Haymarket after another performance in her play, Flare Path, on Friday (March 18) in London, England.

Bag: PRADA 2011 S/S Madras Falp Bag

Price: $2,650.00

Where to Buy: prada.com,

Bagopedia's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: The summer is yet to come. PRADA is taking us directly to the fall season. The photo reminds of Bagopedia that Sienna is carrying a plastic pumpkin for trick-or treating. Nothing really inspires here.

Picture below: Uma Thurman carries the Madras Tote, $2350.00 PRADA

Friday, March 18, 2011

Reese Witherspoon + CHLOE Ethel Shopping Bag


The couple that shops together, stays together! Reese Witherspoon and her man grab enough food for their soon-to-be family of four, visiting the Brentwood, Calif. Whole Foods in a plaid button-down, navy crewneck and two-tone loafers.

Bag: CHLOE Ethel Shopping Bag

Price: $1,080.00

Where to Buy: Bluefly.com

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: CHLOE doesn't only make Paddington bags. The bag is simple, but the design is edge. Bagopeida loves the metal details that make the bag interesting. The bag is in lambskin that gives the bag soft and light-weighted.


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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Katherine Heigl + Tod's D-Bag Media Tote



Katherine Heigl is all smiles while out for lunch at Alcove Cafe with her musician husband Josh Kelley on Saturday (March 12) in Los Feliz, Calif.

Bag: Tod's D- Bag Media Tote

Price: $1,350.00

Where to Buy: Discontinued, but can be found on Bluefly,

Bagopeida's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: Bagopeida actually owns this very bag myself in light lavender. I adore its simplicity. It has a open top (No Zipper). Some people might find it unsafe to use. This bag is discontinued now but can be found on bluefly or ebay.

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Mila Kunis + Miu Miu Leather Satchel


Mila Kunis steps out on Thursday (March 10) in Paris, France.

Bag: Miu Miu Leather Satchel

Price: $1,695.00

Where to Buy: Net-A-Porter,

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: "Boyfriend Look" is still the hot trend for this spring. Bagopedia loves this bag for that look. The bag looks like a school bag and has a removable strap. It goes nicely with school look or t-shirt & Jeans look. The gold hardware is also hot. The design is simple yet with some nice details like the buckle and the white stitch. The pastel blue for this spring is so romantic.

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Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Vanessa Hudgens + FENDI Unzipped Zip Messenger



Stepping out for a promotional appearance, Vanessa Hudgens was spotted at “The Early Show” in New York City this morning (March 3).

Bag: Fendi Unzipped Zip It Messenger

Price: $1,295.00

Where to Buy: Saks Fifth Avenue,

Bagopeida's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: This uninteresting and uninspired bag will make your spring days dull. Bagopedia feels even duller to learn that it is a Fendi bag. The unnecessary zippers will just scratch your legs or jeans.

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Friday, March 11, 2011

Jessica Alba + Dolce Gabanna Miss Rose Lace Satchel


Stepping out for an all-important affair, Jessica Alba and daughter Honor Marie were spotted arriving at Michelle Obama’s Read Across America Campaign event in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday (March 2).

Bag: Dolce & Gabbana "Miss Rose" Lace and Leather Satchel

Price: $2,275.00

Where to Buy: Nordstrom,

Bagopedia's Rating: 2 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: When Bagipedia first saw this bag, we were wondering who would carry this bag besides Dita Von Teese, then we saw Jessica Alba. She wears this bag in a right way- totally black with a touch of red (Louboutin) on the bottom of her heels. That is how a stylist gets paid for. If you don't have a stylish, I recommend that you put it back to the shelf after look at it.

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Thursday, March 10, 2011

Jessica Biel + Louis Vuitton Intrigue



JESSICA BIEL picks up food to fuel a taut bod in Brentwood, Calif. in her slouchy trousers, striped cardigan and cozy blazer.

Bag: Louis Vuitton Intrigue
Price: $4,650.00
Where to Buy: Louis Vuitton Stores, louisvuitton.com
Who carries it: Leighton Meester, Alexa Chung,
Bagopedia's Rating: 2 Bags (Out of 5)
Bagopedia's Comment: Some readers wrote to Bagopedia and asked if we dislike Louis Vuitton. If fact, Bagopedia loves LV and has been a VIC at LV for many years. Bagopedia loves LV so much that it is hard for me to see this. The bag that was featured on the ad campaign is still quite disappointing. For $4.650.00, it better be worth it. This is a tired look uninspiring bag that costs a lot of money. Louis Vuitton has been trying to get into the higher-end luxury leather goos but ending up with disappointment. If you have touched leather from HERMES, CHANEL, or LOEWE, you will be very likely to agree what I say here. Louis Vuitton is good at making monogram canvas luggage and it should stay there.

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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Nicole Richie + Cline Luggage Tote



Nicole Richie was spotted at Paris Fashion Week this week.

Bag: Celine Luggage Tote
Price: $1,900.00
Where to Buy: Celine Stores,
Who Carries it: Leighton Meester,
Bagopedia's Rating: 2 Bags (Out of 5)
Bagopeia's Comment: This bag is:

1. The hottest bag of the hottest brand
2. The most blogged bag
3. The most spotted at Paris Fashion Week
4. The hardest bag to get
5. Seen on most models

Unfortunately this bag doesn't get Bagopedia's appreciation even though this bag is so hot that could burn your hands. This bag is fun but can not go very far. You can get a lot of attention but you will be remembered as "the lady who carried the Gingerbread Cookie." Besides, this bag is very heavy.

Note: This bag has many different sizes, materials, combinations, leathers to choose from.

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Monday, March 7, 2011

Jessica Simpson + Valentino Rock Stud Shoulder Bag




Making the most of their time overseas, Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson were spotted out and about in London, England last night (March 6). (Top)

Taking care of some career-related business, Jessica Simpson was spotted out leaving her New York City apartment on Friday (March 4). (Bottom)

Bag: Valentino Rock Stud Shoulder Bag
Price: $1,595.00
Where to Buy: Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus,
Who Carries It: Cameron Diaz,
Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)
Bagopedia's Comment: "I love this bag. Therefore I take 2 because I am Jessica Simpson!" Bagopedia adores this bag, too. In fact, Valentino's handbag collection has been slowing climb on top of our list. They are not hard to be spotted on celebrities' arms. The Rock Stud is classic yet a touch a rock edge. You can tell how beautiful bag is structured and how smooth the leather feels. The strap is the selling point here. The length so perfectly fit on your below, underarm, or by hand. The lace version is available if this bag isn't lady enough. Bagopeida can't decide to get the sand or black to get because I am not Jessica Simpson.

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